Hot and cold buffet breakfast at hotel. Take a city tour of Bucharest with the Revolution Square, Cotroceni Quarter for its representative architecture, a guided tour of the Palace of the Parliament and of the main avenues. Then leave Bucharest for a drive north, via the countryside, to Bucovina. In the town of Campulung enjoy an exclusively organized  egg-painting demonstration by a local artist in her home, this being one of the main local traditions of the area. You will also have the chance to admire painted eggs from all over the world in an unique private collection.  After arriving in Gura Humorului, check into the hotel. Evening at leisure.
B Accommodation in Gura Humorului at Hotel Best Western Bucovina **** (two nights)

A la carte breakfast at hotel. Bucovina monasteries are gems of medieval Moldavian architecture and artistry. Begin your day with Voronet, the most famous out of all, known as the Sistine Chapel of the East and featuring one the best preserved Last Judgment fresco in this part of the World. Next is Moldovita Monastery where the UNESCO Golden Apple Award given to the painted churches in 1975, is kept. Later continue to the nearby Sucevita Monastery, which is the largest of all, In the village of Marginea visit the black pottery workshop - they use a technique called "oxygen reduction", there is the same technique in Mexico only! Return to the hotel with the evening at leisure.
B  Accommodation in Gura Humorului  

After breakfast depart early. Journey west over the picturesque Oriental Carpathians and  reach the splendid region of Maramures (northern Transylvania). Due to the relative isolation of their land, the people of Maramures developed a particularly strong community, with a unique personality, traditions, culture, fashion and lifestyle unspoiled for centuries. It is like a trip back in time. The first visit  on the Iza Valley is in the village of Dragomiresti at a unique, 235 year old original complete household. Then visit the wooden church of Bogdan Voda (UNESCO World Heritage Site).Tour the famous Merry Cemetery in the village of Sapinta. In the town of Sighet visit the Anti Communist Memorial, a political prison in Communist times and along with Auschwitz and the Normandy Memorial, one of the three main sites of this type on the continent. Enjoy a home hosted accommodation in the village of Iza (modern villa with all facilities) as well as a home hosted dinner where our hosts will join.
B D Home stay accommodation  

After breakfast, leave early to drive south to Cluj Napoca, the former capital of Transylvania and one of the important university centers of the country. The panoramic city tour will include St Michael’s Cathedral, the Fellner & Helmer Opera House as well as the City Hall and Old Center. Continue your Romania private tour with a visit of the impressive Turda Salt Mines, recently re-opened to all modern facilities. Late afternoon arrival to Sibiu, the chief city of the Transylvanian Saxons. Take a brief orientation tour on the way to the hotel. Dinner on own. Suggested is Crama Sibiul Vechi, the best cellar - restaurant in town, serving Transylvanian fares.
B  Accommodation in Sibiu at Hotel My Continental *** (or similar)

Hot and cold buffet breakfast at hotel. Start your day with a leisurely guided walking tour of Sibiu, the chief city of the Transylvanian Germans. One of the landmarks of Sibiu is the Baroque Brukenthal Palace assembled by Baron Bruckenthal, Governor of Transylvania at the beginning of the 19th century. Drive to Sighisoara via fortified church of Biertan, a World Heritage Site for a visit of the former Seat of the Lutheran Bishops. Exclusive Visit to a Gypsy village followed by a Gypsy home visit: this is an unique opportunity to learn about this less known yet controversial ethnic group, about its culture, identity and lifestyle.  Sighisoara was developed by the German settlers as of late 12th century. It stands on a network of tunnels and catacombs and, according to one version of the myth; this is where the Pied Piper brought the children of Hamelin after their ungrateful parents refused to pay him his due. Your walking tour includes the two squares of the Citadel (Upper Town), the Scholars' Staircase, the Tower with Clock (climb up for a great view), the Torture Chamber and the Weapon Museum. Sighisoara is the place where the Vlad the Impaler Dracula was born in 1431. The Birthplace is one of the main tourist attractions. The rest of the day is at leisure in the lovely Upper Town.
B Accommodation in Sighisoara at Hotel House with Antler ***

Hot and cold buffet breakfast at hotel. Leave Sighisoara in the morning. Continue your Romania private tour with a drive through the picturesque Transylvanian Plateau and its old Saxon villages for a tour of Bran Castle also known as Dracula Castle. The castle was built in 1377, enlarged and restored a few times to become a royal residence in the 1920s. Enjoy cheese sampling on the premises. The remainder of the day is spent in Brasov, another of  the important Saxon town with a rich heritage. The tour will reveal the Old Town, with a view of the late Gothic Black Church, Council Square, Catherine’s Gate, the Guild Towers, a drive through the Schei Quarter, the narrow Rope Street as well as a view of the impressive 1901 synagogue. Hotel check in with the remainder of the day in the lovely pedestrian area of the Old Town with its many restaurants and outdoor cafes.
B Accommodation in Brasov at Hotel Bella Muzica *** (or similar)

Hot and cold buffet breakfast at hotel. Morning scenic drive to Sinaia mountain resort. Named after St. Catherine Monastery on Mount Sinai, Sinaia became the unofficial capital of the Kingdom of Romania towards the end of the 19th century. Orientation tour of the town, with a focus on the architetcure, including a view of the famous Casino building, inspired by the one in Monte Carlo. Take a guided tour of the Peles Castle and Gardens in Sinaia, the royal residence of King Charles I of Romania and known as one of the most beautiful summer royal residences in Europe. End your Romania trip with a transfer to Bucharest Coanda Airport in time for your return flight or transfer to your city hotel. 
 
Note: For a morning departure the program will be adjusted to spend the last night in Bucharest (extra night to be added at cost).